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Leezasez, I dont know but my husband has the same problem. By the end of the day he is angry and depressed after taking about two or three a day. How do you stop them from buying them or taking them at all?

Thanks for answering my question. I have done a lot of searching and found that this is really an addiction problem. I wish someone would realize how horrible this stuff is and pull it off the shelves like they do cold medicines. Then they would have to sign for them. When taken long enough, they become addicted and need more and more. And let me tell you, when it wears off at the end of the day... every little thing annoys him! It is a stimulant. It acts like the street drug speed. I am so frustrated with dealing with the anger. And yes, how do you get them to stop buying them?! I feel like I'm with a drug addict. He shakes also which makes me so mad. It looks terrible! Wow, again, amazing how something like this over the counter garbage can take such control over someone. Thank you for your reply

I know it's a year since you've asked your question but maybe this will still help you. I've taken caffeine tablets for years too; basically starting in college instead of coffee, etc.. Have not had quite as serious problems as your husband, but nonetheless feel I am addicted in a way. I recently started having anxiety and panic attacks, so I went to a doctor for help who sent me to a therapist for talk therapy and she referred me to a psychiatrist for therapy and medication. Turns out I am depressed as well as suffering from GAD (generalized anxiety disorder) and have been self-medicating with caffeine. So I am on antidepressants and anti-anxiety meds and am slowly being weaned from the caffeine. It's hard, but generally I feel better in my head so no need to take caffeine as much to boost energy or feel better mentally. Hope this helps. Good luck.